Industrial HVAC Process Technician

Smart Family of Cooling Products; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart Family of Cooling Products in Houston, Texas is looking for an Industrial Process Technician to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on chillers and ancillary equipment. Responsibilities include inspecting and troubleshooting chiller equipment, performing routine maintenance, and installing and repairing industrial refrigeration systems. Candidates should have a high school diploma, vocational training, and over 5 years of related experience. Strong mechanical and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience preferred.
• Ability to read operation and repair manuals for chiller equipment.
• Ability to work in settings with extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and troubleshoot problems with existing chiller equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on chiller equipment.
• Repair or replace parts on existing chiller equipment.
• Install and repair industrial refrigeration systems.
• Comply with company and industry safety standards.

Skills

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Knowledge of chiller systems and equipment

Ability to use power and hand tools

Excellent mechanical skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/technical school training

Job description

Job Summary

The Industrial Process Technician will perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to chillers and their ancillary equipment.

Essential Job Duties

• Inspect and troubleshoot problems with existing chiller equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance on chiller equipment to ensure they operate properly.
• Repair or replace parts on existing chiller equipment.
• Install, maintain, and repair industrial refrigeration systems including refrigerant handling, instrumentation, control valves, motors, motor controls, motor switch gear, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD’s), soft-starts, pumps, exchangers, filter, and refrigeration controllers.
• Position may require working up to 15% (no more than 300 hours) overtime throughout the year, as directed by the client and/or upper management.
• Comply with company and industry safety standards.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Extensive knowledge of chiller systems and equipment.
• Ability to use power and hand tools.
• Ability to use thermometers, pressure gauges, and other testing devices to evaluate chiller equipment.
• Ability to read operation and repair manuals for chiller equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent mechanical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, as required to interact with customers.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Vocational/technical school training preferred.
• 5+ years of related experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Will be required to work in settings with extreme cold or extreme heat, depending on time of year.
• Position self to work in and around chiller equipment as well as ascend/descend on ladders for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to transport 50 pounds at a time.